2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
